Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Harrisburg, PA (Hybrid - up to 2 days/month onsite)

Duration: 6+ Months
Type: Contract


The Client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional, multi-workstream program implementation initiatives across health and human services operations. This role is focused on program execution and stakeholder coordination , not IT system development.


The Senior Project Manager will drive end-to-end delivery of large-scale initiatives spanning policy implementation, operational readiness, and inter-agency coordination. The role requires strong governance discipline, executive communication, and the ability to translate policy objectives into actionable project plans and measurable outcomes.


Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage cross-program initiatives from planning through implementation and stabilization
• Facilitate governance meetings, workgroups, and executive-level steering committees
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables
• Build and manage core project artifacts including RACI matrices, RAID logs, action trackers, and status reports
• Translate policy and program requirements into clear operational tasks and implementation steps
• Identify risks and issues early; drive mitigation strategies and ensure accountability
• Coordinate across Client program offices, state agencies, counties, providers, and federal partners (including CMS where applicable)
• Support change management activities including stakeholder engagement, communications, and training readiness
• Ensure accurate documentation of decisions, approvals, and implementation impacts
• Provide leadership to junior project staff and ensure disciplined execution across workstreams

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience managing large, complex, multi-workstream programs
• Strong experience in cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management
• Expertise in project governance tools (workplans, RAID logs, RACI, action tracking, change control)
• Excellent communication skills with ability to produce executive-ready documentation
• Ability to work independently in ambiguous and evolving environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Medicaid, CMS, or broader health and human services programs
• Familiarity with Section 1115 waivers or similar federal-state program implementations
• Background in government operations, compliance, or regulatory-driven initiatives
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential